As St. Patrick’s Day approaches, Freshtoday is proud to bring something truly special to school lunch boxes across Ireland; our March Special: Stobhach Sicín (Chicken Stew). This hearty, homestyle dish is our way of celebrating Irish culture, tradition, and the nourishing power of real food, all while keeping things delicious, safe, and nutritious for the students we serve every day.
Lá Fhéile Pádraig is about more than parades and shamrocks. It’s a celebration of who we are as a nation; our heritage, our warmth, and our love of wholesome, home-cooked food. What better way to mark the occasion than with a warming bowl of Stobhach Sicín, a dish that has brought comfort to Irish families for generations?
What Is Stobhach Sicín?
Stobhach Sicín: Irish for Chicken Stew; is a traditional one-pot wonder that brings together tender chicken, root vegetables, and a rich, flavourful broth. It’s the kind of meal that warms you from the inside out, and for good reason: it’s packed with protein, vegetables, and slow-cooked goodness that keeps growing minds and bodies fuelled through the school day.
Our Freshtoday version stays true to its roots. Think succulent pieces of Irish chicken, chunky carrots, potatoes, and onions, all simmered together in a golden herb broth; simple, satisfying, and unmistakably Irish.
Why We’re Proud to Serve It
At Freshtoday, every meal we serve carries a promise: that it has been prepared with care, sourced responsibly, and made to the highest standards of food safety and nutrition. Our recently earned ISO 22000:2018 Food Safety Certification means families can be fully confident that even a special seasonal dish like Stobhach Sicín meets rigorous international benchmarks; from ingredient sourcing right through to delivery.
Here’s what makes our March Special something to look forward to:
- Made with quality Irish chicken, supporting local suppliers and Irish farming
- Packed with vegetables for a balanced, nutritious school lunch
- Prepared in our ISO-certified kitchen facilities in Longford and Dublin
- Delivered fresh to schools across the Midlands and beyond
A Nod to Our Culture, A Gift to Our Kids
Food is one of the most powerful ways we pass on culture to the next generation. When students sit down to a bowl of Stobhach Sicín this March, they’re not just eating lunch; they’re connecting with something deeper. They’re tasting a piece of Irish tradition, served with the same care and love that goes into every Freshtoday meal, every single day.
We believe that a child who is well-fed is a child who is ready to learn, to grow, and to thrive. Our March Special is a celebration of both the nourishment that great food provides, and the cultural richness that makes Ireland so special.
Order the March Special for Your School
Stobhach Sicín is available as part of our rotating March menu. Schools and parents can order through the Freshtoday app or our online ordering system. As always, full nutritional and allergen information is available on our website, so every family can make informed choices with confidence.
This Paddy’s Day, let’s celebrate with something truly Irish; wholesome, warm, and made with heart.
Lá Fhéile Pádraig Sona Daoibh, Happy St. Patrick’s Day from all of us at Freshtoday! 🍀
